Expected Dates For The Holy Month Of Ramadan Have Been Revealed

For any Muslim across UAE, Ramadan is the most precious and holy month out of all the twelve months.

During the holy month, Muslims elevate their level of physical and spiritual submission to their faith by way of fasting.

Muslims are required to fast, intended to avoid drinking and eating, from dawn until dusk for the 30-day period.

Understandably, such a change to so many people’s daily routines has a big impact on society.

Work and school hours are cut short and some restaurants are closed during the day.

Experts suggest that Ramadan will most like start on March 23 this year.

If this is the case, the 30-day annual fast will end on Friday April 21, with Eid al-Fitr falling on the same day.

Therefore, it is important to note that the exact date of Ramadan’s beginning is determined by religious scholars under the cover of night.

They must observe certain sightings related to the appearance and cycle of the moon – so the specific dates can vary, albeit typically only by a day or two at most.

The March 23 estimate comes from predictions made by the International Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences in the UAE.

If it does turn out to be wrong, it is unlikely to be more than a day or two out – so it should provide enough time to forward-plan your diaries in advance.